IFAW helps animals in need following Italy’s deadly floods

The emergency aid IFAW sent to our local partner, LAV, has allowed them to purchase essential veterinary medications and food for animals in need. We are also rushing aid to the charity OIPA to help them purchase veterinary treatments and food for pets and other animals impacted by the floods. 

We are in contact with additional organizations in Italy rescuing wildlife and will update this page as our response work continues. 

When disaster strikes, IFAW's team of emergency rescue experts can be ready at a moment's notice to rush aid or quickly deploy to disaster zones with vital equipment and supplies to help animals in communities in need. Help us continue that work. 

IFAW rushes emergency aid to Italy

25 May 2023

In Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region, unprecedented flooding has forced hundreds of people and animals from their homes. According to The Guardian, Italy is experiencing its worst flooding in 100 years.  

In response, IFAW is rushing emergency aid to LAV, a local animal rights charity. This aid will allow them to purchase medical supplies and special dietary regime food for animals affected by this terrible disaster.  

We are in contact with additional organizations in Italy and will update this page as our response work continues.  

To apply for an emergency grant to help animals threatened by this disaster, local associations can send their request to the following address: europedisasters@ifaw.org.